TCGApi vs TCGdex
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
TCGApi vs TCGdex: common questions
Which is more reliable, TCGApi or TCGdex?
On our scheduled checks, TCGApi leads on measured uptime — TCGApi at 100% versus TCGdex at 98.0% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.
Which is faster, TCGApi or TCGdex?
TCGApi has the lower median latency in our checks — TCGApi responds in 66 ms versus TCGdex at 161 ms (P50). Tail latency (P95) is in the table above; for most workloads the median is the number that shapes how the API feels.
Do TCGApi and TCGdex need an API key?
TCGdex needs no key, while TCGApi requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for TCGdex first.
Can I call TCGApi and TCGdex from the browser?
Yes — both TCGApi and TCGdex send CORS headers over HTTPS, so front-end code can fetch either directly with no backend proxy. That makes them easy to swap in a client-side app while you compare responses.
Are TCGApi and TCGdex free for commercial use?
TCGApi has unclear commercial terms, and TCGdex has unclear commercial terms. We track service terms and the data license as separate fields — see the Commercial use and Data license rows above, and confirm both before shipping either in a paid product.